Exercise Classification: Beginner
The following exercise effectively build cardiovascular and muscles strength, and you can build a routine of a circuit by doing one set of each exercise for 10-12 reps, building slowly to five or more sets.
Safety tips:
- Always warm up by walking in place for several minutes.
- Perform you exercises on supportive flooring with plenty of room to move.
- Wear athletic shoes and avoid working out on thick carpet that can make movement difficult.
- Don’t push to the point of exhaustion–take a rest if you start to feel out of breath or overheated.
- As your pregnancy progresses, modify the exercises as suggested for comfort and safety, and avoid any exercise that makes your feel unsteady or causes discomfort.
Instructions:
- Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and arms extended in front of your body.
- Lift one foot behind you towards your gluts (bottom) and quickly switch to your other foot.
- Try to maintain a rapid pace as you switch legs.
- You can increase the intensity by pumping your arms as you lift each foot or by using hand weights.
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